Robert Falcon Scott – 5 Quotes

5 Quotes by Robert Falcon Scott

Had we lived I should have had a tale to tell of the hardihood, endurance and courage of my companions which would have stirred the heart of every Englishman. These rough notes and our dead bodies must tell the tale.

– Robert Falcon Scott

We are weak, writing is difficult, but for my own sake I do not regret this journey, which has shown that Englishmen can endure hardships, help one another, and meet death with as great a fortitude as ever in the past.

– Robert Falcon Scott

Hunger and fear are the only realities in dog life: an empty stomach makes a fierce dog.

– Robert Falcon Scott

I can imagine few things more trying to the patience than the long wasted days of waiting.

– Robert Falcon Scott

But take comfort in that I die at peace with the world and myself – not afraid.

– Robert Falcon Scott